I'm currently studying for my CompTIA A+ certs (I've passed Core 2, just need to tackle Core 1) and I've been diving into Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and how they function. I learned that IDS can identify the digital fingerprints of malicious software and detect common behaviors once malware breaches a system. My course, however, didn't cover anything about AI's role in this area, despite it being part of the new V15 content. I'm curious to hear from sysadmins or anyone working in cybersecurity about how AI is integrated into IDS or what solutions are out there that utilize AI technology.
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You might want to check out MDR (Managed Detection and Response) solutions. I'm not completely sure if all of them implement generative AI, but they definitely exist. They use various AI techniques to bolster their monitoring and response capabilities, which is pretty cool!
Honestly, I wouldn’t rely solely on AI for intrusion detection. AI has potential, but it should be part of a broader strategy, not the only line of defense. It’s important to combine it with other monitoring and prevention systems to stay secure.
I get that! I just want to understand how AI can complement existing systems. It seems like using AI alongside traditional methods could be the way to go.
Thanks for the tip! Do you work in this area? Any specific MDR solutions you recommend or know of that are making waves with AI?